Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist

This is an exciting Obstetrics and Gynaecology opportunity in Queensland, Australia.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join Rockhampton Hospital, located just 20 minutes from Queensland's Capricorn Coast. The hospital is a 305-bed facility and serves as the main referral center for the Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service.

About the O&G Department:

The Obstetrics and Gynaecology department provides maternity care for approximately 1,500 deliveries each year, offering a combination of Shared Care, Continuity Midwife teams, and High-Risk Clinics. The department is supported by a Level 4 Special Care Nursery for babies born at 32 weeks or later. In addition to maternity care, the department offers advanced laparoscopic and major gynaecological surgeries with 12-14 operating theatre lists every fortnight. There are daily general gynaecology and antenatal clinics, as well as uro-gynaecology and colposcopy services, including a community-based Aboriginal Australian antenatal clinic. This role also offers the chance to enhance skills in obstetric ultrasound.

What’s included:

The role offers an attractive salary package along with a healthy work-life balance:

• A total package of up to $528k, which includes on-call, overtime, and various allowances.
• A car allowance of up to $25k annually.
• An annual professional development allowance of $21k.
• Additional retention, private patient treatment, and leave loading allowances.
• Employer-paid 10% pension (tax-free).
• Salary sacrifice options and paid medical insurance.
• A relocation allowance to help with the move.

Leave entitlements:

• Two weeks of annual leave.
• Long service leave bonuses.
• 3.6 weeks of professional development leave.

Living in Rockhampton:

The Rockhampton region offers a highly livable lifestyle with a choice of beachside, riverside, or inland living options. The area also boasts excellent private schools and convenient airport connectivity.

Role Responsibilities:

In this role, the candidate will work closely with the Director to ensure that clinical services meet the highest standards of care. Responsibilities will include teaching and supervising trainees, medical colleagues, students, and staff, as well as contributing to the development and management of O&G services. The candidate will focus on improving patient safety, clinical governance, audits, and service planning. Care will also be provided at other facilities when necessary.

Selection Criteria:

• FRANZCOG qualification or SIMG equivalent.
• Applicants assessed or in the process of being assessed by RANZCOG will be highly regarded.
• Expertise in obstetrics and gynaecology.
• A demonstrated commitment to improving patient safety and quality of care.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• A willingness to participate in teaching, supervision, and professional development activities.
• Vaccination against Covid-19, MMR, Varicella, Pertussis, and Hep B.
• A valid driver’s license.

For more information, interested candidates can contact Alasdair Spinner at +44 7414 531583 or via email at alasdair@spinnermedical.com.

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